Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient Rehab

Job Description

Description

PeaceHealth Southwest Medical Center is seeking a Physical Therapy Assistant - Inpatient Rehab Therapy for a Per Diem/Relief, 0.00 FTE, Day position. Looking for weekend and holiday coverage!

Hourly compensation is $26.80 - $41.96; hiring rate dependent on qualifications and professional experience.

Why Choose Rehab at PeaceHealth Southwest?

• Acute inpatient rehabilitation unit established in 1993
• CARF accredited since 1996
• CARF Stroke Specialty Program Designation since 2005
• Level II trauma rehabilitation designation
• Comprehensive rehabilitation continuum
• Specialized physician certification in rehabilitation medicine and brain injury

Vancouver, Washington – look any direction and the scenery is astounding! Snow-capped mountains, nationally protected evergreen forests, the waterfall-laced Columbia River gorge, and rugged Pacific-coast beaches – all within a short 90-minute drive. The northwest is a dream come true for outdoor enthusiasts. And against that magnificent backdrop, Vancouver and neighboring Portland, Oregon offer all the best amenities of city living. What makes our area so special? A thriving arts scene, varied professional sports teams, unique neighborhoods, and a wealth of diverse culinary destinations.

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for carrying out the physical therapy plan of care, toward patient-specific goals, under the direct supervision of a licensed physical therapist. Provides treatment to restore function, prevent disability and assist patients to achieve optimal levels of functional status. Provides oversight to students in following the plan-of-care and treatment of patients appropriate to the age of the patient served; provides supervision to therapy aides and volunteers. Works as part of a patient care team toward the best outcomes for the patient.

Positon Details:

1. Under the supervision of the physical therapist, provides skilled physical therapy services to patients and skilled education/instruction to patients and caregivers according to the plan of treatment.
2. Completes documentation accurately, timely, according to regulatory and state licensure requirements, and within professional standards.
3. Collaborates with other healthcare professionals as necessary to ensure smooth continuous care of the patients. May act as a liaison with nursing, medical and other therapy staffs to facilitate problem solving and coordination of other services and act as an educational resource.
4. Mentors and provides oversight to therapy aides. Provides clinical instruction and training to physical therapy assistant students.
5. Recommends and participates in development of new services and programs, quality improvement and monitoring activities

What you bring:

• Graduate of a Physical Therapy Assistant associate degree program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education required.
• Current Physical Therapy Assistant license from the State of Washington Physical Therapy Licensing Board.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through American Heart Association required at date of hire.

SOUTHWEST PHYSICAL/COGNITIVE REQUIREMENTS:

• Work requires active physical exertion up to 33% of the time.
• Ability to lift objects weighing over 80 lbs.

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PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers. The benefits included in positions less than 0.5 FTE are 403b retirement plan for caregiver contributions; wellness benefits, discount program, and expanded EAP and mental health program.

For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application. EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.

PeaceHealth requires a completed Primary Vaccine Series (e.g., 2 dose monovalent Pfizer, Moderna or Novavax series or 1 dose J&J vaccine series) or be Up to Date (receiving the most recent Pfizer/Moderna bivalent vaccine/booster) for COVID-19 vaccination prior to their start date. PeaceHealth has a medical and religious exemption request process for those that are unable to receive the COVID-19 primary vaccine series due to medical/religious reasons. For caregivers that will be working in Oregon there is a personal vaccine exemption form that may be requested.